ACR Electronics AQUAFIX 406 User manual

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AQUAFIX™ 406
GPS PERSONAL LOCATOR BEACON //
Accidents happen every day on the water, whether
your boat goes down, man overboard, or a storm
has left your boat incapacitated. On the water,
an everyday accident instantly can become a life
threatening situation if you are not prepared.
Why wait days being stranded in the hopes that
someone will find you? Put the power in the palm
of your hand with the AquaFix™ 406 GPS PLB. Now
you can turn that life threatening situation into a
successful rescue story.
It’s as easy as pushing a button, and with an internal
GPS receiver (P/N 2797.4NH) the AquaFix™ will acquire
your GPS position and transmit it along with your
personalized identifier code through the COSPAS-
SARSAT satellites instantly alerting SAR forces that
you need help, immediately!
The AquaFix™ works fast, if GPS data is present in
the beacon’s first burst, SAR forces can be notified
and start planning your rescue in as little as three
minutes.
Be Responsible, Be Prepared, Be Safe.

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AQUAFIX™ 406
GPS PERSONAL LOCATOR BEACON //
Specifications
Part Number 2797.2NH GPS Interface
2797.4NH GPS Interface and Onboard GPS
Size 1.74 x 5.71 x 3.03 in (4.4 x 14.5 x 7.7 cm)
Weight 12 oz. (343 g) w/o holster; 13.3 oz. (378 g) with holster
Battery Class 2 (non-hazmat) lithium battery packs
5 year replacement life (11 year storage)
Material Engineered resilient impact polymer
Color Hi-viz ACR-treuse™ with blue holster
Storage -40° F to 158° F (-40° C to 70° C)
Deployment Manual
Activation Manual
Operation Deploy antenna, press both test buttons simultaneously
Waterproof 16 ft. (5 m) @ 1 hour, 33 ft. (10 m) @ 10 min., factory tested @ 70° F
(21° C). Exceeds RTCM waterproof requirements
Radiated Power 5 watts +/- 2dB (406 MHz)/50 mW +/- 3dB (121.5 MHz)
Operational Life Exceeds required 24 hrs @-4° F (-20° C)
Typical Performance 36 hrs @ -4° F (20° C), 20 hrs@ -40° F (-40° C)
Accessories PLB holster, GPS interface cable, bulkhead mount
Certification COSPAS-SARSAT, Europe, Canada, and FCC
Warranty 5 years
Patent U.S. Patent No. 6,501,340
Lead Free Yes
// Transmits on 406 MHz via COSPAS-SARSAT satellite system with
your registered unique, digitally coded distress signal and 121.5
MHz SAR local homing frequency
// Onboard GPS (P/N 2797.4NH) acquires LAT/LON when the unit
is activated, your LAT/LON is transmitted as soon as acquired
providing rescue agencies with your exact position to within 100
meters (110 yards)
// GPS interface (NMEA 0183) allows you to download your GPS
coordinates from a hand-held GPS receiver into your PLB, when
activated; your LAT/LON will accompany your 406 MHz signal on
the first burst, dramatically saving valuable time for your distress
message to reach local rescue centers
// Easily carried in a pack or on a life jacket; small enough to wear
on deck by yachting racers, crew, solo cruisers, or any marine
enthusiast
// Removable holster provides functionality, style and protection
for your PLB; holster allows for multiple mounting options on
backpacks, webbing, and life vests
// Full functional self test of internal circuitry, battery power, 406
MHz transmission, and GPS acquisition (P/N 2797.4NH)
// Flat, stainless steel antenna wraps compactly around the unit for
easy stowage; is easily positioned when needed
// Floats to avoid loss if dropped in water, exceeds RTCM waterproof
requirements
Rev: 10/08
Did You Know...
406 MHz technology has been
around since 1982 and is credited
with saving over 24,500 lives
worldwide
In 2007, of the 130 incidents in the
US, 353 people are alive, thanks to
the COSPAS-SARSAT system
Registration...
It is mandatory that you register
your PLB. It’s fast, easy and free
www.beaconregistration.noaa.gov
When activated, the unique
identification code in your PLB
is linked to the registration
database. This way authorities
can retrieve valuable information
about you and your trip
Responsible Use...
The AquaFix™ is a satellite
signaling device of last resort,
for use when all other means of
self rescue have been exhausted,
where the situation is grave
and imminent loss of life, limb,
eyesight, or valuable property will
occur without assistance